Chester County
Chester County, one of Pennsylvania’s original three counties, is a blend of history, culture, and innovation. Founded in 1682, it’s home to several Revolutionary War sites and a diverse population.
Covering 759 square miles, Chester County’s landscape is a blend of rolling hills and valleys. Watersheds like the Octoraro, Brandywine, and Chester creeks, along with the Schuylkill River, nourish the county’s rich farmland.
Agriculture remains a vital part of the economy, with mushroom growing being a specialty in the southern part of the county.
Chester County is an important regional and national business hub and is home to several companies and industries, including Vanguard, QVC, and Victory Brewing Company.
Chester County is home to several colleges and universities, including West Chester University, Immaculata University, and Penn State Great Valley.
Chester County is a dynamic region that embodies the essence of America’s past, present, and future.
Explore our archive of nearly 25,000 stories about Chester County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Oil Pipeline Running Through the Suburbs to Get New Purpose
A $189 million deal between Talen Energy and New Jersey Resources will convert the oil pipeline that runs through the Philadelphia suburbs to deliver natural…
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Airport Vendors in Delco Unaffected by City’s Soda Tax Also Raise Prices
Vendors in the Delaware County portion of Philadelphia International Airport who have not been affected by the city’s soda tax have also raised their prices,…
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Known for Having Brought Jobs to Rural Delco, Exec at Concordville’s Southco Dies at 95
Thomas B.T. Baldwin, a sales executive from Media who helped bring jobs to rural Delaware County with Southco, died last month at 95, writes Bonnie…
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Sunoco Pipeline’s Upgrades in Marcus Hook to Yield Massive Boost in Tax Revenue
The upgrades to the Marcus Hook Industrial Complex planned by Newtown Square’s Sunoco Pipeline will boost local property tax revenue by $4.8 million next year,…
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Founder of Famous Manhattan Boutique Finds Peace in the Brandywine Valley
Beth Buccini, founder of the famous SoHo boutique and online store Kirna Zabête, alternates between the hustle and bustle of Manhattan and a low-key lifestyle…
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Eliminating Gerrymandering Would Help the Local Economy
Pennsylvania’s Seventh Congressional District that includes parts of Chester and Delaware counties has long been a textbook example of gerrymandering, writes Joel Naroff for the…
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Barges with Relief Supplies Depart from Eddystone, Bound for Puerto Rico
Barges filled with shipping containers of food and water have set off from Eddystone, bound for hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico, writes Linda Loyd for the Philadelphia…
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Destination Delco Tasked with Promoting a Unique County, One Full of Personality
By virtue of his exploits on the basketball court at Darby-Colwyn High School in the mid-1970s, Marty Milligan earned the label of All-Delco. By virtue…
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Nonprofit Saves Site of Famous Revolutionary War Battle in Birmingham Township
The site of a famous Revolutionary War battle in Birmingham Township has been purchased by the Civil War Trust to ensure its preservation, writes Jason…
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Analyst on State’s Liquor-Price Hike: It’s Going to Increase ‘Border Bleed’
If your favorite beer or wine suddenly costs more, don’t blame store management. All state-run liquor stores in Pennsylvania are tacking on an extra $1…
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Delaware County Council Joins Gov. Wolf to Discuss SAP Expansion
Delaware County Councilman Dave White, Governor Tom Wolf, State Senator Tom McGarrigle, and State Representative Chris Quinn recently met with SAP North America President Jennifer…
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County’s Vision of Having a ‘Ribbon of Green’ Furthered with Phase 1 of Darby Creek Trail
Delaware County Council recently joined Upper Darby Mayor Tom Micozzie and Director of Delaware County Parks and Rec Marc Manfre to visit the site and…
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Suburban Real Estate Market Sizzles; Where Have Housing Prices in Delco Increased the Most?
Following years of sluggishness, the real estate market in the Philadelphia suburbs is finally experiencing the recovery it needs, writes Caitlin McCabe for the Philadelphia…
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Havertown Woman with Two Kids Fighting Cancer Helps Other Struggling Families
Rachel McGonigle, who has two kids fighting cancer, was inspired to help other struggling families in Delaware County by the Compassion United Havertown Facebook group, writes…
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Big Prizes Lure Gamers to Aston for eSports Event
Gamers flocked to Delaware County over the weekend, drawn by the $65,000 prize pool during an eSports event at Sun Center Studios in Aston, writes…
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Turnpike’s Toll Scofflaws Given Fair Warning
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has warned drivers with at least six unpaid tolls or outstanding violations of $500 or more to pay up by Aug.…
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Lansdowne Commuter Monitors SEPTA’s Performance
Very soon, SEPTA riders in Delaware County will know exactly where their bus, trolley, or train is at and how quickly it’s coming down the…
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Amherst-Bound Softball Player from Broomall Named Foot Locker Scholar Athlete
Broomall native RonnieMarie Falasco, a star softball player and recent graduate of Delco Christian, is one of just 20 students chosen from a nationwide pool…
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